Coop’s cutting-edge logistics center in Schafisheim is one of the most advanced logistics hubs in Switzerland. It integrates a national distribution center for frozen products, a regional distribution center, and the country’s largest bakery under one roof. By seamlessly linking storage and production while eliminating transportation routes between the deep-freeze warehouse and bakery, Coop optimizes its processes and sets new standards for efficiency and sustainability.
A key component of this facility is the high-bay deep-freeze warehouse. Operating at temperatures as low as -23°C, it fully automates the storage and order picking of all frozen products for Coop supermarkets and Coop Pronto shops across Switzerland. To meet the unique fire protection requirements of this environment and ensure safe operations, Coop relies on a comprehensive fire protection solution from WAGNER. The combination of active fire prevention and highly sensitive early fire detection effectively minimizes fire risks, safeguarding both stored goods and operational processes.
RISK ANALYSIS
In addition to food products, the deep-freeze warehouse houses large quantities of packaging materials such as cardboard, wood, and plastic, which contribute significantly to fire load. Moreover, the extensive electrical components of the automated storage systems increase the risk of technical malfunctions. The extremely dry air at temperatures as low as -23°C can further facilitate fire spread and complicate conventional fire suppression methods.
PROTECTION OBJECTIVES
SOLUTION
The fire protection solution for Coop’s deep-freeze warehouse combines early fire detection with active fire prevention. The TITANUS® aspirating smoke detection system detects even the smallest smoke particles at an early stage, allowing rapid intervention. At the same time, the OxyReduct® oxygen reduction system lowers the oxygen concentration to 13.5% by volume, preventing potential fire sources from igniting and stopping fires from spreading.
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CUSTOMER BENEFITS
VdS-certified fire protection solution ensuring reliable protection of investments, goods, and operations, even at temperatures as low as -40°C.
Early fire detection provides critical time to implement countermeasures.
Ensures operational readiness and continuous warehouse availability.
Authorized personnel can access protected areas at all times.
CUSTOMER VOICE
“A high-bay warehouse with a height of 38 meters and a temperature of minus 24°C requires a specialized fire protection solution. WAGNER impressed us with its concept of lowering the oxygen concentration in the space to meet fire protection requirements while allowing our employees to continue working safely. The systems and concept function flawlessly.”
The safety of our customers, their assets and processes is WAGNER's top priority when planning individual fire protection solutions. We support you in achieving your protection goals.
